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Ms. McIntosh from Homestead, FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Support Our Diverse Students with ASD in Homestead, FL

Help me give my students the tools they need to work within their various skill sets, without limits!

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

As a teacher in a low-income area, I have witnessed firsthand the unique challenges and incredible potential of my students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The donation of STEM kits and art supplies would make a significant difference in their learning experience by providing hands-on, sensory-engaging activities that cater to their diverse learning needs. These tools can help bridge the gap between abstract concepts and tangible understanding, building both creativity and critical thinking skills. STEM kits can offer structured yet flexible learning opportunities, promoting problem-solving skills and technical knowledge, while art supplies can serve as a powerful medium for self-expression and emotional regulation.

With these resources, we can create a more inclusive and stimulating educational environment that supports the academic growth of our students with ASD and boosts their confidence and social skills.

The primary goals for my students using STEM kits and art supplies are to enhance their depth of knowledge and foster their creativity in a supportive, inclusive environment. By engaging with STEM kits, students will exercise their skills through interactive, hands-on projects that make scientific and mathematical concepts more accessible and comprehensible. The art supplies will provide an outlet for self-expression, helping students articulate their thoughts and emotions through creative endeavors. This approach not only aims to boost their academic achievement and understanding, but also to spark their imagination and emotional intelligence.

Like many students who are on a spectrum or face challenges due to disabilities, my students are unique individuals who require support from professionals like myself. My students are talented, artistically and mentally. Some can recall information that they have read in a book years ago, some have the penmanship of a master calligrapher. Several have skills that are undeveloped, and that is the purpose of our efforts as teachers of students with exceptional qualities.

Ms. McIntosh Homestead Senior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. McIntosh

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

50 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Gr. 3-5 - Starter Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 2 $139.98
Furinno Turn-N-Tube 4-Tier Multipurpose Shelf Display Rack, Round Tubes, Light Blue/White • Amazon Business $36.99 2 $73.98
Construction Paper - 12" x 18" Case of 25 Packs (1,250 Sheets) - Assorted Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $73.50 1 $73.50
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $63.87 1 $63.87
Lakeshore The Three Little Pigs Problem Solving STEM Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.51 1 $45.51
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $35.76 1 $35.76
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set (LER9461) • Quill.com $17.81 2 $35.62
SPARK & WOW Calm Down Threading Boards - Set of 2 - Sensory Board for Calming Corner - Social Emotional Learning - Occupational Therapy Toys • Amazon Business $17.67 2 $35.34
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes Bundle, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, contains x2 Lemon & Lim Blossom, Crisp Linen, Mango & Hibiscus, 80 Count (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $14.97 2 $29.94
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 10 $21.40
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $18.62 1 $18.62
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $8.49 2 $16.98
Sharpie Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Black, Dozen (30001) • Quill.com $11.33 1 $11.33
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.38 1 $10.38
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $8.44 1 $8.44

Materials cost

$730.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $23.62

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$795.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$140.33

Total project goal

$935.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $935.53

7 Donors

-$444.63

Donations toward project cost

-$397.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.03

match offer

-$467.76

Match offer toward project cost

-$397.60

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.16

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$23.13

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